Baked Cod with Lemon and Garlic
This Baked Cod Recipe delivers flaky, tender fish with a zesty lemon-garlic sauce and a lightly crispy edge. A quick and easy one-pan meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 319kcal
Equipment
- Oven-safe skillet or cast-iron pan
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Paper towels
Ingredients
Fish & Coating
- 1.5 lb cod fillets Cut into 4-6 pieces
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour Light coating for a crispy edge
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 3/4 tsp sweet Spanish paprika
- 3/4 tsp ground cumin
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Lemon Garlic Sauce
- 5 tbsp fresh lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best
- 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp melted butter For extra richness
- 5 garlic cloves Minced finely
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, and melted butter. Set aside.
- In another bowl, mix flour, coriander, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels. Dip each piece in the lemon mixture, then coat lightly in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the cod for 2 minutes per side until lightly golden, then remove from heat.
- Stir minced garlic into the reserved lemon mixture and pour over the cod in the skillet.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot with extra lemon wedges.
Notes
For best results, pat the cod dry before coating to ensure a crispy finish. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently to avoid drying out.